NFL Divisional Series Weekend: We have some crazy good games this weekend which I believe the Chargers vs. the Patriots will be in the spotlight of the best games this weekend. But here are our predictions for the 2nd weekend of playoff football.

Saturday Games:Colts @ Chiefs at 4:35 PM/ET on NBC: The Colts are really starting to impress me more and more each week. They have an extremely underrated defense led by the most talented rookie linebacker we have seen since Ray Lewis, yes, I believe he has been that dominant, Darius Leonard. Luck has been carving through defenses and that offensive line has been doing a great job protecting him. The Chiefs on the other hand have the best QB in the NFL in Patrick Mahomes. He has some serious weaponry in Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, and an often-injured Sammy Watkins. The one issue that will face the Chiefs in this game is simply the question of can their “defense” slow down the Colts offense I love the Chiefs and will admit I am rooting for Mahomes to win this one as he is one of my 3 favorite QBs in the NFL, but I am going with defense wins Super Bowls this year. Colts 28 – Chiefs 24. – MattChiefs 27 – Colts 24 – MikeChiefs 34 – Colts 31 – JavierChiefs 28 – Colts 24 – BlakeChiefs 30 – Colts 27 – Scott

Cowboys @ Rams at 8:15 PM/ET on FOX: The Cowboys defense really did their job against the Seahawks along with some bad play calling from the Seahawks offensive coordinator. Their offense will really have to air it out this weekend though and Dak has down the stretch shown that he can do so. The Rams have a great offense with a QB that has struggled of late and it won’t get any easier against a tough defense. The Rams defense though has waivered this year and been easily beatable with exception to the Bears game. I am aware the Rams are a massive favorite, but I am going to take the underdog here because defense wins titles. Cowboys 23 – Rams 21. – Matt Rams 28 – Cowboys 27 – MikeRams 28 – Cowboys 26 – JavierRams 35 – Cowboys 31 – BlakeRams 26 – Cowboys 22 – Scott

Sunday Games:Chargers @ Patriots at 1:05 PM/ET on CBS: Snow is not in the forecast, but it will be a cold game in Massachusetts. This game has two very good defenses at preventing scoring. I am going to be quick on this one. The Patriots run defense is too weak and will be the downfall against someone like Melvin Gordon. Chargers 38 – Patriots 36. – MattChargers 28 – Patriots 21 – MikeChargers 28 – Patriots 25 – JavierChargers 42 – Patriots 41 – Blake

Eagles @ Saints at 4:40 PM/ET on FOX: This game is going to be really interesting as Nick Foles is really something when in charge of this offense. The Eagles did their job shutting down the Bears offense last week which I have said isn’t much of a task, then got lucky on a missed field goal. This game is different though as the Eagles offense will have to really air it out to get ahead of the Saints. The Saints at home are nearly unbeatable and now were throwing in the playoff atmosphere to this insane fan base. The Saints underrated defense and high-powered offense behind one of the greatest to ever throw the football are going to be nearly impossible to stop in the playoffs this year. Saints 32 – Eagles 21. – MattSaints 17 – Eagles 14 – MikeSaints 30 – Eagles 24 – JavierSaints 35 – Eagles 21 – Blake​

2019 Playoffs Wild Card Weekend: The playoffs are here and here are our predictions for the first weekend of the 2018/19 playoff weekend. We have some exciting matchups and crazy predictions. ​Saturday Games:Colts (10-6) @ Texans (11-5) on ESPN @ 4:35 PM/ET: This game should be something pretty special as this divisional rivalry will get a new level to it. The Colts are a great team at home with an impressive defense, but their road struggles worry me, and I think it could catch up to them in this one. The Texans have at times looked like their offense is sleeping. Their offensive line has been horrid this year, letting a mobile DeShaun Watson be the most hit and sacked QB in the league this year. This game should be a defensive battle which could come down to Fairbairn vs. Vinatieri. Texans 20 – Colts 17. – MattTexans 28 – Colts 27 – MikeTexans 24 – Colts 20. – Josh

Seahawks (10-6) @ Cowboys (10-6) on Fox @ 8:15 PM/ET: This game will be incredibly interesting. I love the Seahawks talent and ability to run the ball. Their defense isn’t the defense we got used to over the past stretch of football, but they are decent defensively. The Cowboys on the other hand are a run first offense and their defense is top 5 in the league. The issue with the Cowboys this post season will simply be they can’t play worth a damn on the road. They will be on the road in the playoffs after this lone home game. This game will be incredible for the fans though. Seahawks 22 – Cowboys 19. – MattSeahawks 27 – Cowboys 24 – MikeCowboys 21 – Seahawks 14 – Josh

Sunday Games:Chargers (12-4) @ Ravens (10-6) on CBS @ 1:05 PM/ET: This game is a rematch from one of the best games we have seen this year, especially defensively. The Chargers have gained a healthy Melvin Gordon and Austin Eckler since their last meeting though and that is a huge boost for this team. The Chargers might even have Hunter Henry back and a fully healthy Keenan Allen. The Ravens defense will now be taken to full task by Rivers with a full health regiment at his disposal. Lamar Jackson has continued to look better week in and week out. The Ravens defense and run game will be what they have to rely on, just like they did in 2000. This game will simply come down to the question of, can Lamar Jackson handle the pressure of a playoff situation and can their defense slow down a healthy Chargers offense. Chargers 27 – Ravens 26. – MattRavens 24 – Chargers 21 – MikeRavens 28 – Chargers 24 – Josh

Eagles (9-7) @ Bears (12-4) on NBC @ 4:40 PM/ET: The Eagles are alive, and it is entirely thanks to the return of Nick Foles. Foles doesn’t just lead an offense without many turnovers, but he somehow inspires this team to play better. The defense which looked horrendous many weeks before Foles’ emergence has now rallied to be a solid reliable unit. The Bears on the other hand have a great defense and a star in Tarik Cohen that makes them dangerous. The issue with the Bears is that Mitch Trubisky doesn’t know how to win games without his legs and if a team can contain him, they will dominate the Bears offense. This should be a decent game but one that we have to wonder if the Eagles can overcome this opponent’s defense. Eagles 26 – Bears 23. – MattBears 28 – Eagles 17 – MikeBears 24 – Eagles 21 – Josh.

Week 17 of the NFL season: Here are the playoff situations are for you. In the AFC here are the situations in play today. The Ravens beat the Browns they are in. The Steelers need the Ravens to lose to the Browns and Beat the Bengals themselves to win the division, they can make the wildcard if they beat the Bengals and the Colts and Titans tie. The Texans win the division with a win, or a Colts loss or tie, they would then be a wildcard team. The Titans win against the Colts they are in. The Colts win they get the wildcard spot, if they win and the Texans lose, they win the division. The Chiefs win the division with a win. The Chargers win their division with a Chiefs loss or tie, both teams have clinched a playoff spot. The winner of the division as long as either teams win their game will have the 1 seed in the AFC. Now the NFC playoff picture is much simpler. The Vikings win against the Bears they are in. The Eagles only make the playoffs if the Vikings lose and they win their own game against the Redskins. The only seed up for grabs besides the final wildcard spot is the battle for the 2 seed. The Rams need to win, and they get the 2 seed, if they lose the only way, they keep the 2 seed is the Bears must lose as well. In other words, if they Bears win and the Rams lose the Bears will then be the 2 seed. 1 PM/ET:Dolphins (7-8) @ Bills (5-10):Bills 16 – Dolphins 13. - MattDolphins 21 – Bills 20 – Mike B

Saturday & Sunday Football Week 15:4:30 PM/ET on NFL Network:Texans (9-4) @ Jets (4-9): The Texans are coming off a tough loss last week where they looked a bit like they did week 1-4. They started slow on both sides of the ball in the first half. They need to get out front early against the Jets because falling behind a team that doesn’t belong with you gives them confidence and makes them harder to rally against. The Jets looked better last week against a top-level Bills defense with Sam Darnold than they did with McCown against some bad defenses. This game should be shut and close for the Texans. The must start in this game is going to be Lamar Miller as I believe he is poised for a big game. My sleeper pick in this game is Elijah McGuire as I believe he will have a big impact in the passing game for the Jets. I would avoid any Jets WR’s in this one as I think the Texans will slow down Darnold and prevent him from doing much this week. Texans 30 – Jets 18. – MattTexans 27 – Jets 24 – MikeTexans 28 – Jets 14 – JavierTexans 27 – Jets 13 – JoshTexans 28 – Jets 27 - RyanTexans win, 27-20 - Tyler B.

8:20 PM/ET on NFL Network:Browns (5-7-1) @ Broncos (6-7): The Browns are a growing young team and Baker has shown some true development this season. His game last week against the Panthers really impressed and the Broncos are going to have to really get after him to slow the Browns down. The Broncos offense is inconsistent and boring to watch with exceptions to Phillip Lindsay. When it comes down to it, I trust Baker way more than I trust Case. My must starts in this game are Phillip Lindsay and Nick Chubb. I would take Perriman as a sleeper. The player to avoid in this game is going to be David Njoku. Browns 27 – Broncos 23. – MattBrowns 24 – Broncos 21 – MikeBrowns 24 – Broncos 21 – JavierBrowns 24 – Broncos 21 – JoshBrowns 31 – Broncos 24 – RyanBrowns win, 23-20 - Tyler B.

Sunday Football:1 PM/ET Games:Packers (5-7-1) @ Bears (9-4): The Packers have had a rough season, but with Mike McCarthy gone they are better off as Joe Philbin is a good temporary replacement. The Bears this year remind me of the Ravens of 2000 with an elite defense and a decent QB. Trubisky is better than Dilfer I am aware of that, but he isn’t the reason the Bears are 9-4. I would start Tarik Cohen in this one as the Packers struggle against the run and receiving out of the backfield. The sleeper pick in this game is actually Anthony Miller as he could have a decent game. The players to avoid in this one are, Devante Adams and Allen Robinson. Bears 24 – Packers 20. – MattBears 14 – Packers 13 - MikeBears win, 17-14 - Tyler B.Bears 29 - Packers 27 - ScottBears 28 - Packers 19 - JavierBears 42 - Packers 38 - BlakeBears 31 - Packers 24 - JoshPackers 28 - Bears 24 - Brandon & RyanBears 20 - Packers 10 - Eric

Lions (5-8) @ Bills (4-9): The Lions are not going to have a good end of their year until Kerryon Johnson is back in this offense. The Bills simply need to get some WR’s for Josh Allen as he is a good young QB with promise. The player I love starting this week is Josh Allen as I believe he will RUN well, meaning 100 rushing, against the Lions and put up 180 yards passing. I like Robert Foster as my sleeper pick in this one. I would avoid starting any of the Lions RB’s in this one as I believe the Bills will stop any run game from succeeding. Bills 20 – Lions 18. – MattLions 27 – Bills 23 - MikeBills win, 12-9 - Tyler B.Bills 23 - Lions 20 - ScottLions 24 - Bills 19 - JavierLions 28 - Bills 24 - BlakeBills 17 - Lions 14 - BrandonLions 21 - Bills 18 - Ryan Lions 22 - Bills 12 - Eric

Buccaneers (5-8) @ Ravens (7-6): The Bucs are a team with no defense and a below average run game, and an improving QB. The Ravens are simply now the best rushing offense in the league and the best defense in the league. They could be dangerous if they squeak into the playoffs. The players I would start in this game are both Kenneth Dixon and Gus Edwards. I like John Brown as a sleeper pick this week as he should get wide open with his speed against this Buccaneers defense. I wouldn’t start Mike Evans this weekend as I believe he is going to have a very frustrating week against the Ravens defense. Ravens 31 – Buccaneers 17. – MattRavens 27 – Buccaneers 24 – MikeRavens win, 23-17 - Tyler BRavens 23 - Buccaneers 21 - ScottRavens 28 - Buccaneers 16 - JavierRavens 35 - Buccaneers 31 - BlakeRavens 23 - Buccaneers 17 - JoshRavens 33 - Buccaneers 21 - Brandon Ravens 30 - Buccaneers 27 - RyanRavens 38 - Buccaneers 24 - Eric

Cardinals (3-10) @ Falcons (4-9): The Cardinals at this point are better off tanking and I believe are out matched here in this one regardless of the Falcons disappointing season. The Falcons are a struggling team that we all expected to see in the playoffs at seasons start. I would start David Johnson this week against the Falcons run defense. I like Austin Hooper as a sleeper in this game this weekend as he should have a decent week. I actually am going to say I am avoiding starting Calvin Ridley against the Cardinals pass defense this weekend. Falcons 31 – Cardinals 27 – MattFalcons 27 – Cardinals 17 – MikeFalcons win, 27-13 - Tyler B.Falcons 30 - Cardinals 24 - ScottFalcons 26 - Cardinals 17 - JavierFalcons 28 - Cardinals 21 - BlakeFalcons 24 - Cardinals 13 - JoshFalcons 28 - Cardinals 20 - BrandonFalcons 34 - Cardinals 17 - RyanCardinals 23 - Falcons 20 - Eric

Raiders (3-10) @ Bengals (5-8): The Raiders are headed to Cincinnati for a game with another struggling team in what could be one sloppy mess. This game will be meaningless for either team and should be played like it. I like Tyler Boyd, AJ Green, Jared Cook and Joe Mixon in this one not surprisingly. If there is a sleeper pick in this game, I would say its Doug Martin. The player to clearly avoid in this game is either QB as they both are poised for turnovers. Bengals 28 – Raiders 26. – MattBengals 21 – Raiders 20 – MikeBengals win, 27-20 - Tyler B.Bengals 18 - Raiders 15 - ScottRaiders 26 - Bengals 24 - JavierRaiders 24 - Bengals 21 - BlakeBengals 27 - Raiders 24 - JoshBengals 24 - Raiders 17 - BrandonRaiders 24 - Bengals 10 - RyanRaiders 21 - Bengals 17 - Eric

Titans (7-6) @ Giants (5-8): The Titans defense will now need to focus on Saquon Barkley entirely with Odell out this week, if they do that, they win this game easily. The Giants will need to get openings for Barkley and get the ball out of Eli’s hands fast early to back up the Titans defense, so the ground game can open up. Barkley and Corey Davis are must starts to me in this game. I like Sterling Shepard as a sleeper this week with Odell out. I would avoid starting Eli Manning in this game though as he is bad news against a top defense and pass rush. Titans 23 – Giants 20. – MattTitans 21 – Giants 7. – MikeGiants win, 23-20 - Tyler B.Titans 27 - Giants 23 - ScottGiants 21 - Titans 17 - JavierTitans 35 - Giants 24 - BlakeTitans 17 - Giants 14 - JoshTitans 31 - Giants 27 - Brandon Giants 24 - Titans 17 - RyanGiants 24 - Titans 21 - Eric

Dolphins (7-6) @ Vikings (6-6-1): This game is interesting for sure as both teams really need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Dolphins pulled off a miracle last weekend against the Patriots, but that doesn’t make them a good team by any means. The Vikings are flat out a bad team that made last year look like a pretending season. Their defense isn’t special, their O-line is bad, their ground game isn’t doing anything special, and Kirk Cousins is a BAD QB. This game will be low scoring and boring. I would start Diggs and Kenyan Drake. I like Kyle Rudolph as a sleeper in this game as he has had a down season. The player to avoid in this matchup though is Kirk Cousins as I believe he will throw a few INTs and look subpar like we know he is truly. Vikings 19 – Dolphins 16. – MattVikings 7 – Dolphins 3. – MikeVikings win, 17-10 - Tyler B.Vikings 27 - Dolphins 17 - ScottVikings 24 - Dolphins 14 - JavierVikings 31 - Dolphins 28 - BlakeVikings 24 - Dolphins 20 - JoshVikings 30 - Dolphins 17 - Brandon Vikings 28 - Dolphins 14 - RyanVikings 34 - Dolphins 24 - Eric​Redskins (6-7) @ Jaguars (4-9): The Mark Sanchez experiment has failed as expected and Josh Johnson is in at QB for the Skins moving forward. The Jaguars defense has looked better since their true best CB has returned in AJ Bouye, regardless of the Titans game where the Jaguars couldn’t stop the run. This game should be lacking offense as neither team really has any great offensive stars right now. I don’t like anyone in this game honestly to start fantasy wise. Jaguars 17 – Redskins 14 – MattJaguars 14 – Redskins 10 – Mike​Jaguars win, 20-13 - Tyler B.Jaguars 16 - Redskins 10 - ScottRedskins 21 - Jaguars 20 - Javier Redskins 24 - Jaguars 21 - BlakeJaguars 17 - Redskins 10 - JoshJaguars 27 - Redskins 21 - BrandonJaguars 27 - Redskins 17 - RyanJaguars 17 - Redskins 3 - Eric

Cowboys (8-5) @ Colts (7-6): Defense vs Offense simply describes this game. I love the Colts offense, but I believe defense wins games more than offense does when a good defense meets a good offense. I love Amari Cooper this weekend as he is probably a starter every week now. A great sleeper this weekend Ebron as I believe he will have a good weekend against the Colts. The player I would avoid in this matchup is TY Hilton as I believe the Cowboys will find a way to keep him limited and force Luck to find someone else to beat them. Cowboys 26 – Colts 21. – MattColts 28 – Cowboys 17 – MikeCowboys win, 27-20 - Tyler B.Cowboys 24 - Colts 23 - ScottColts 29 - Cowboys 26 - JavierCowboys 35 - Colts 34 - BlakeCowboys 21 - Colts 20 - JoshCowboys 27 - Colts 24 - BrandonCowboys 30 - Colts 27 - RyanColts 45 - Cowboys 10 - Eric

Patriots (9-4) @ Steelers (7-5-1): The Patriots own the Steelers, I am not sure how people call this a rivalry. The Steelers have been horrid lately and don’t expect them to turn around their luck of late against the Patriots coming off the loss they got last week. I love JuJu Smith-Schuster this weekend. I like Jaylen Samuels a lot as a sleeper if Conner doesn’t go. A player I actually am avoiding this weekend is Vance McDonald as I believe he will struggle to find his niche against the Patriots this weekend. Patriots 34 – Steelers 28. – MattPatriots 38 – Steelers 35 – MikePatriots win, 30-26 - Tyler B.Steelers 33 - Patriots 31 - ScottPatriots 28 - Steelers 19 - JavierPatriots 49 - Steelers 42 - BlakeSteelers 31 - Patriots 28 - Josh & BrandonPatriots 31 - Steelers 21 - RyanSteelers 34 - Patriots 31 - Eric

SNF on NBC @ 8:20 PM/ET:Eagles (6-7) @ Rams (11-2): The Eagles medical staff has screwed over Carson Wentz who apparently has been unknowingly playing with a broken vertebra in his spine. Now Nick Foles is in against the Rams on the road. This game should be easy as hell for the Rams here. I would start Goff, Gurley, Cooks, and Woods this weekend as all must starts against this Eagles defense. I like Josh Reynolds as a sleeper pick this weekend against this secondary as well. I don’t like anyone on the Eagles offense this weekend for fantasy lineups as we don’t know what to expect out of Foles this time around. Rams 36 – Eagles 20. – MattRams 35 – Eagles 24 – Mike. Rams win, 32-23 - Tyler B.Rams 34 - Eagles 20 - ScottRams 29 - Eagles 24 - JavierRams 42 - Eagles 21 - BlakeRams 31 - Eagles 17 - JoshRams 27 - Eagles 14 - BrandonRams 31 - Eagles 20 - RyanRams 34 - Eagles 17 - Eric

MNF on ESPN @ 8:15 PM/ET:Saints (11-2) @ Panthers (6-7): What a collapse it has been for the Carolina Panthers while the Saints continue to run rampant through the NFL. I love McCaffery, Michael Thomas, Kamara, Ingram, and DJ Moore this weekend in this matchup. I think a good sleeper pick this weekend is Ian Thomas as he could have a good game as he has really shown signs of developing. The player to avoid this weekend though is Cam Newton as his shoulder issue and the Saints pass rush will cause him problems. Saints 29 – Panthers 23. – MattSaints 27 – Panthers 24. - Mike​Saints win, 35-27 - Tyler B.Saints 30 - Panthers 24 - ScottSaints 31 - Panthers 26 - JavierSaints 35 - Panthers 28 - BlakeSaints 24 - Panthers 17 - JoshSaints 24 - Panthers 21 - BrandonSaints 38 - Panthers 30 - RyanSaints 34 - Panthers 21 - Eric

TNF Week 15 on Amazon Prime @ 8:20 PM/ET:Chargers (10-3) @ Chiefs (11-2): This is the best game of the week and it is a Thursday night game. I love both of these teams and their QB’s, both are MVP candidates. Melvin Gordon is a game time decision for this one and could have a huge impact for the Chargers if he plays. If he doesn’t play Justin Jackson is a must start in fantasy football. Tyreek is going to play banged up for the Chiefs as his dedication for his team is boundless. A win for the Chiefs clinches them the division. This game will be intense and could come down to a final second field goal to decide this one. Chargers 34 – Chiefs 32. – MattChargers 29 – Chiefs 27 – JavierChargers 30 – Chiefs 27 – EricChiefs 27 – Chargers 24 – MikeChiefs 37 – Chargers 35 – JoshChiefs 33 – Chargers 31 – ScottChargers 35 - Chiefs 31 - Blake

Week 14 TNF @ 8:20 PM/ET on NFL Network/ Amazon Prime Video:Jaguars (4-8) @ Titans (6-6): The Jaguars flat out shut out the Colts last week which was the most impressive game of the year across the board. Kessler keeps them into games by not turning the ball over and keeping the offense on the field more than Bortles would. The Titans defense has been getting exposed as of late which concerns me on their playoff hopes. The Titans need to win out and get some help to have a shot at the playoffs. I would start Dion Lewis in this game. My sleeper pick in this game is Dede Westbrook. My player to sit and avoid in this game is going to be Corey Davis as I don’t trust him against the Jaguars defense this week. Titans 13 – Jaguars 12. – MattTitans 27 – Jaguars 23 – JavierTitans 27 – Jaguars 17 – JoshJaguars 9 – Titans 7 – MikeTitans 28 – Jaguars 24 – BlakeTitans 23 – Jaguars 13 - Scott​

NFL Week 13: The bye weeks are over, so we are back to 15 games a week which is exciting for all of us fans. I am going to try something different this week instead of my analysis and comments on each game I am going to pick my fantasy must start, sleeper, and avoided player in each match and a small analysis.

​1 PM/ET:Ravens (6-5) @ Falcons (4-7): My must start is Lamar Jackson as I believe the Falcons bad run and pass defense will be great for him. My sleeper pick for this game is Gus Edwards if you can call him that, because the Falcons run defense is bad with Deion Jones still out and he will feast. I believe the player to avoid in this matchup is Calvin Ridley as the Ravens defense should do a good job shutting down the pass game and the number 2 option might see the effect of it the most. This game will be a game of offense vs defense. I personally love defense and believe it wins games, so I am going to take the top defense in the league regardless of how bad they are on the road under Harbaugh. Ravens 23 – Falcons 21.

Panthers (6-5) @ Buccaneers (4-7): Must start player is easily Christian McCaffery and Mike Evans as they both seem too good to not include. The sleeper pick in this matchup though is DJ Moore if we can call him that as he should torch the Bucs defense. A player I am worried about starting in this matchup is Winston this weekend as I feel he has a struggle game coming. The Panthers have started to skid, and the Buccaneers have started to show some life with Winston back behind the center, so this could be a better game that we would have expected to see 3 weeks ago. I believe the Panthers rally from a 10-point deficit in this one and pull off a much-needed win. Panthers 30 – Buccaneers 28. – Matt

Bears (8-3) @ Giants (3-8): My must start player of this one is actually tough because of the Bears defense, but I can’t pick against Saquon Barkley. Sleeper pick in this game for me is honestly Chase Daniel as I believe he is going to attack this defense with another week behind the first team reps. There are two players I would actually sit entering this week in this game and they are both big names, A-Rob is one and the other is surprisingly OBJ as I think the Bears will shut him down. The Bears defense continues to WOW me, and I believe they are one of the most dangerous teams in the league because of that defense. The Giants have cost themselves a handful of games this year and last week was a perfect example of that. Barkley has done nothing but prove that they have a future though and he is a true super star. Giants are just going to find a way to pull off a major upset. Giants 29 - Bears 26 – Matt

Bills (4-7) @ Dolphins (5-6): This game is tough for me to pick a must start but if you are hurting and in a dire need, I would start LeSean McCoy as my must start. My sleeper pick for this game does excite me though as it is rookie WR, Robert Foster as he has shown some good life lately. The player to avoid is a trio of names in this one, Tannehill, Gore, and Drake as that Bills defense is N-A-S-T-Y. I think this game is going to show us more of Josh Allen’s young developing talent and the Bills defense will get them through this. Bills 20 – Dolphins 13. – Matt

Colts (6-5) @ Jaguars (3-8): Andrew Luck simply a guarantee must start but so is Eric Ebron, do not hesitate him into your lineup. He is now my #2 tight end this week. The player I would call a sleeper pick this week Donte Moncrief as I believe he will put up some nice numbers against his former team. The player I am avoiding in this matchup is Carlos Hyde as I believe he will struggle in place of Fournette this weekend. This game analysis is simple. There is something wrong with the Jaguars and the Colts are rolling. I am excited to see Cody Kessler in for the Jaguars this weekend, but still Colts will win this one. Colts 27 – Jaguars 20. – Matt

Browns (4-6-1) @ Texans (8-3): There are too many must start to limit it to one so here are the names for you; DeAndre Hopkins, Lamar Miller, DeShaun Watson, and Nick Chubb. My sleeper in this game is Keke Coutee as I am expecting an 80-yard game from him with a TD. The player I am avoiding in this one is Baker Mayfield as I feel this Texans pass rush and overall coverage defense will be too much for him. I like what the Browns have looked like under Greg Williams, but the Texans are the better overall team and riding the biggest win streak in the UFC fight now, that momentum will make the difference. Texans 34 – Browns 25. – Matt

Broncos (5-6) @ Bengals (5-6): Must start player is absolutely Emmanuel Sanders. A sleeper pick for this one is Case Keenum as I expect us to see a great game from him against this Bengals defense. A player I would avoid starting in this game is going to be Joe Mixon as I believe without Andy Dalton the Broncos will bring help against the run game and shut down Mixon in this one. This game is a game between two teams going in completely different directions. The Broncos have found life as Keenum doesn’t turn the ball over and this defense is really turning a corner. The Bengals have collapsed on themselves and are going to need a new head coach when this season is over. They are now without Dalton for the rest of the season and should be ready to call it a year. Broncos 31 –Bengals 13. – Matt

Rams (10-1) @ Lions (4-7): Two players that are must starts would be Golladay and Gurley. The sleeper pick in this game is Josh Reynolds as I love his upside in this game against the Detroit battered secondary. The player I would avoid starting in this game is going to be Brandin Cooks as I believe Slay will keep him locked up. This game should be all Rams as they have the better all-around team and Stafford’s O-Line doesn’t protect him which will be a problem with Aaron Donald. Rams 36 – Lions 25. – Matt

Cardinals (2-9) @ Packers (4-6-1): The player that I would consider a must start is Aaron Jones as this game is going to be during a winter storm and the Packers might expose the Arizona run defense. The sleeper pick for this one is Christian Kirk as the Packers struggle more with the slot than they do outside WR’s defensively. I would avoid playing Larry Fitzgerald in this one as the Packers will cover him well and shut him down as an option. I love winter games and I am excited to see this one playout in the snow and wind. The Packers must win every remaining game to have a shot at the playoffs. Packers 20 – Cardinals 12. – Matt

4 PM/ET:Chiefs (9-2) @ Raiders (2-9): There are surely a few players to start in this one as Mahomes, Kelce, Hill, and Ware are all good players to start this week and I wouldn’t hesitate to do so. If there is a sleeper pick in this one it would be Doug Marin as the Chiefs run defense isn’t anything to write home about. A player I would avoid starting is Derek Carr regardless of the Chiefs defense I believe this is a trap game for him as the Chiefs are going to play to prove they are able to overcome the Kareem Hunt drama. The Chiefs are a great team the Kareem Hunt release due to the February assault video being released will possibly cause them some issues in the locker room entering this one. We will see how they look against a weaker opponent to judge them moving forward without him. Chiefs 30 – Raiders 18. – Matt

Jets (3-8) @ Titans (5-6): I have been recommending Corey Davis all week to people and I am going to continue to do so. The sleeper pick for me is Tajae Sharpe as I believe he could have a great game as well. I do not trust any Jets players this week and I would recommend sitting them all as the Titans defense is going to shut them down. I love the Titans this week as their offense should flourish and their defense should feast. Titans 29 – Jets 17. – Matt

49ers (2-9) @ Seahawks (6-5): Russell Wilson is an absolute start in this weekend’s matchup against the weak 49ers defense. My sleeper pick for this game is David Moore as I believe he will have a big game this weekend. I would avoid starting Matt Breida this weekend as I believe the Seahawks will have a great game as they push for the playoff run. I love what the Seahawks have been doing and believe they are going to continue pushing for their playoff spot. Seahawks 23 – 49ers 16. – Matt

Vikings (6-4-1) @ Patriots (8-3): I would highly recommend Adam Thielen this weekend as he should handle Stephon Gilmore pretty well. My sleeper for this game is a very deep sleeper but I believe we could see a good game from Chad Beebe with Diggs out, if Diggs plays, I also like a Hogan as a deep sleeper. Now a player I would consider sitting is Sony Michel for this one. The Patriots are at home which is always a huge plus for them and the Vikings haven’t been playing at an elite level this season. I see them taking a tough loss this one on the road. Patriots 32 – Vikings 27. – Matt

SNF @ 8:20 PM/ET on NBC:Chargers (8-3) @ Steelers (7-3-1): There are 4 players that are guaranteed starts and those players are; Antonio Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster, James Conner, and Keenan Allen. The sleeper pick in this game is Justin Jackson as he might get some big carries with Melvin Gordon out this weekend. I believe a player to avoid in this matchup is going to be Tyrell Williams as the Steelers should have him locked down. This game should be the best game of the week as these two teams are both Super Bowl quality teams with extremely talented QB’s. Chargers 34 – Steelers 32. – Matt

MNF @ 8:15 PM/ET on ESPNRedskins (6-5) @ Eagles (5-6): I really like Josh Adams this weekend as he should continue to improve each week as the Eagles continue to show confidence in him. I love Colt McCoy in this matchup as a sleeper pick because of the decimation to the Eagles secondary. I would avoid even touching Golden Tate this weekend as I believe he will have a horrible game. This one with Alex Smith would be on hell of a game, and I do believe Colt will have a good game but not good enough. The Eagles offense will get the job done and pull of a MUCH NEEDED WIN. Eagles 23 – Redskins 21. - Matt

TNF week 13 on Fox and Amazon Prime @ 8:20 PM/ET:Saints (10-1) @ Cowboys (6-5): The Saints are the best team in the league and they proved it again on Thanksgiving last week. Their offense hasn’t been stopped by any defense in the league this season. The Cowboys have a great defense, but they beat the Ravens defense which is better than Dallas’. Drew Brees continues to look like the MVP of the league and the future super bowl champion QB. The Cowboys are coming off their 3rd straight win and will need to play at the top of their game if they want to have any chance at beating the Saints on primetime this week. Saints 37 – Cowboys 26. - MattSaints 35 - Cowboys 24 - JoshSaints win, 35-20 - Tyler B.Saints 28 - Cowboys 24 - Mike BSaints 37 - Cowboys 27 - EricSaints 42 - Cowboys 35 - BlakeSaints 35 - Cowboys 26 - Scott​Saints 35 - Cowboys 21 - Javier

Week 12 NFL 2018 Season: The week already had 3 games played on Thanksgiving. Last week we saw Alex Smith suffer a gruesome injury and a few other players get dinged up. There are only two teams left to take a bye week this year and they do so this week and those are the Kansas City Chiefs and LA Rams.

1 PM/ET:Browns (3-6-1) @ Bengals (5-5): The Browns are coming off a bye week which followed an impressive home win against the Falcons. The offense is succeeding some, and for the most part only functions when they get the ground game going. The defense is a solid unit that keeps them in games giving their offense a chance to win a lot of games. The Bengals are returning home from Baltimore where they faced a tough loss to the Lamar Jackson led Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals defense looked decent in the pass game, but they couldn’t stop the run game whatsoever which would be a huge problem this week if they didn’t address that hole in their team. This game I believe will be back and forth start to finish. Browns 31 - Bengals 20 – MattBrowns 21 - Bengals 17 - MikeBengals 23 - Browns 17 - TylerBrowns 28 - Bengals 21 - JonathanBengals 24 - Browns 21 - ScottBrowns 27 - Bengals 24 - BrandonBrowns 28 - Bengals 24 - BlakeBengals 24 - Browns 21 - JavierBengals 27 - Browns 21 - JoshBengals 30 - Browns 20 - Eric

49ers (2-8) @ Buccaneers (3-7): The 49ers are coming off a bye week and hopefully their weapons around Nick Mullens got healthy during it. I really do like Nick Mullens this week against the Buccaneers defense especially since it might be a shootout. The Buccaneers are coming off a tough loss in which FitzTragic failed his team and Winston brought them storming back and they fell just short at the end of the game. The Buccaneers might have turnovers with Winston, but he brings the spark to an offense that Fitz doesn’t bring. It is a smart move to ride Winston the rest of the way to see what they have moving forward and can address the QB position if they need it in the offseason. 49ers 31 – Buccaneers 28. – Matt49ers 27 - Buccaneers 21 - MikeBuccaneers 28 - 49ers 24 - Tyler49ers 28 - Buccaneers 20 - JonathanBuccaneers 32 - 49ers 29 - Scott49ers 28 - Buccaneers 24 - BrandonBuccaneers 21 - 49ers 20 - BlakeBuccaneers 24 - 49ers 16 - JavierBuccaneers 28 - 49ers 23 - JoshBuccaneers 15 - 49ers 12 - Eric

Jaguars (3-7) @ Bills (3-7): The Jaguars are continuing to struggle as their offense is just flat out bad with Bortles running things. The Jaguars defense is just about average and not at all better than that. The Bills are a young team who is developing, they will get better over the next year or two. They need to get better WR’s and RB who can carry this team forward. Josh Allen is returning this weekend and I believe they are a better team, especially their defense. I have Allen winning this one for them. Bills 17 – Jaguars 14. – MattJaguars 21 - Bills 20 - MikeJaguars 20 - Bills 10 - TylerBills 21 - Jaguars 13 - JonathanJaguars 20 - Bills 13 - ScottJaguars 24 - Bills 20 - BrandonJaguars 28 - Bills 21 - BlakeJaguars 21 - Bills 10 - JavierJaguars 20 - Bills 10 - JoshJaguars 13 - Bills 12 - Eric

Raiders (2-8) @ Ravens (5-5): The Raiders finally won another game after a game winning field goal. Derek Carr and Gruden had some issues on the sideline which could be a long-term issue if they aren’t seeing eye to eye. The Raiders defense is horrible, and John Brown and company should have a great game this weekend. The Ravens are coming off a much-needed win after a few losses in a row. Lamar Jackson in his NFL debut had a good game, not so much with his arm but his legs definitely won the Ravens that game. He is a great player and brings the Ravens a spark and dynamic element that makes them hard to defend and predict. He will be starting again this week as Joe Flacco hasn’t practiced all week. Ravens 34 – Raiders 16. – MattRavens 24 - Raiders 17 - MikeRavens 28 - Raiders 20 - TylerRavens 24 - Raiders 10 - JonathanRavens 27 - Raiders 13 - ScottRavens 35 - Raiders 17 - BrandonRavens 31 - Raiders 21 - BlakeRavens 29 - Raiders 14 - JavierRavens 21 - Raiders 14 - JoshRavens 33 - Raiders 16 - Eric

Seahawks (5-5) @ Panthers (6-4): The Seahawks are coming off an impressive win over the Packers last week on TNF. The offense can run against anyone this year and Russell and Baldwin are catching fire together late this season. They will have a great opportunity to scorch the Panthers as their pass defense has been greatly exposed lately. The Panthers are struggling lately after getting beat up by the Steelers and then being upset by the Lions last weekend. They return home after their 2-game road trip. DJ Moore could really be a star for this team as he has big play ability and the capability of taking over a game which we saw last week in the best game of his young career. Cam might have to win this game in the clutch moments late which last week we saw him miss an open game winning 2-point conversion attempt. This game will be a good one for the fans. Seahawks 29 – Panthers 26. – MattSeahawks 24 - Panthers 21 - MikePanthers 27 - Seahawks 24 - TylerSeahawks 28 - Panthers 24 - JonathanPanthers 26 - Seahawks 20 - ScottPanthers 30 - Seahawks 24 - BrandonPanthers 24 - Seahawks 21 - BlakeSeahawks 24 - Panthers 19 - JavierPanthers 17 - Seahawks 14 - Josh​Panthers 26 - Seahawks 18 - Eric

Patriots (7-3) @ Jets (3-7): Both teams are coming off a much-needed bye week. The Patriots are getting Gronk back who has had a bad season so far this year. The Patriots before the bye were flat out embarrassed by the Titans as their offense couldn’t do absolutely anything. They better hope the week off and Gronk returning spark this offense. The Jets are still without Darnold due to injury and McCown has looked lethargic in his stead. The Jets will need a historic game from Elijah McGuire to have a shot at this one. Patriots 34 – Jets 13. – MattPatriots 28 - Jets 3 - MikePatriots 30 - Jets 20 - TylerPatriots 31 - Jets 17 - JonathanPatriots 30 - Jets 20 - ScottPatriots 35 - Jets 14 - BrandonPatriots 42 - Jets 20 - BlaePatriots 26 - Jets 17 - JavierPatriots 24 - Jets 14 - JoshPatriots 38 - Jets 10 - Eric​Giants (3-7) @ Eagles (4-6): The Giants are coming in this week on a 2-game win streak after beating the Buccaneers last week thanks to an incredible game from Saquon Barkley. They are coming to life as even Eli has looked better lately, and they aren’t a serious contender, but they surely are a better than they were the first 8 weeks of the season. The Eagles are coming into this game limping as their secondary is more beat up than any team I have ever seen before. They had WR’s practicing as corners this week due to injury. If Wentz can let it fly without underthrowing balls this week and lower his turnovers, they have a chance. This game should be a shootout though due to the secondary issues for both teams. I am going to take a gamble on the underdog in this one. Giants 32 – Eagles 30. – MattEagles 27 - Giants 24 - MikeEagles 26 - Giants 21 - TylerGiants 34 - Eagles 30 - JonathanEagles 27 - Giants 24 - ScottGiants 28 - Eagles 21 - BrandonEagles 35 - Giants 34 - BlakeEagles 21 - Giants 17 - JavierEagles 24 - Giants 20 - JoshEagles 19 - Giants 17 - Eric​4 :05/:25 PM/ET:Cardinals (2-8) @ Chargers (7-3): The Cardinals just can’t catch a break. So far this year I haven’t been impressed at all with Josh Rosen. David Johnson is just starting to come around with Byron Leftwich as their offensive coordinator it has done a lot for him. The Cardinals defense is getting beat which is something we are used to seeing be a solid unit. The Chargers disappointed us all last week, but all teams have those divisional games. The Chargers are still top of the pack in my eyes with Rivers playing at an MVP level. Melvin Gordon is playing banged up, so I assume we will see less of him this week, but Eckler will do a good job in his place. Chargers 34 – Cardinals 20. – MattChargers 27 - Cardinals 17 - MikeChargers 28 - Cardinals 13 - TylerChargers 28 - Cardinals 17 - JonathanChargers 31 - Cardinals 22 - ScottChargers 31 - Cardinals 17 - BrandonChargers 42 - Cardinals 35 - BlakeChargers 35 - Cardinals 17 - JavierChargers 30 - Cardinals 17 - JoshChargers 34 - Cardinals 10 - Eric

Dolphins (5-5) @ Colts (5-5): Ryan Tannehill is returning for the Dolphins this week. The Dolphins are coming off a bye week and hope they have found their early season form again because after week 4 they have been getting buried. A team we once considered a playoff contender is in trouble here as they have to treat this as a must win this week if they want to stay in the playoff race. Andrew Luck hasn’t really been in the MVP talks, but he should be as he is playing insanely well this year. I have openly not been a big fan of Luck, but he has won me over and convinced me. This kid is special, and he is proving it while returning from a bad shoulder injury. The Colts have a superstar on defense in rookie linebacker Darius Leonard. This team might sneak into the wildcard and if they do, they are a team to fear as they have found their stride. Colts 29 – Dolphins 23. – MattColts 28 - Dolphins 14 - MikeColts 27 - Dolphins 17 - TylerColts 38 - Dolphins 20 - JonathanColts 33 - Dolphins 20 - ScottColts 28 - Dolphins 14 - BrandonColts 24 - Dolphins 14 - BlakeColts 28 - Dolphins 17 - JavierColts 28 - Dolphins 24 - JoshColts 37 - Dolphins 27 - Eric

Steelers (7-2-1) @ Broncos (4-6): The Steelers were lucky to pull off a comeback last week in which we saw the first struggle of James Conner. Conner will bounce back strong and so will Ben from his 3 INT performance. I think the Steelers defense is led by the pass rush otherwise they can be exploited without it. I think last week was a bad week for the Steelers and they were lucky enough to win during a bad week. The Broncos are a mediocre team regardless of their major upset win last week. They won without any yardage thanks to their defense which is what they will have to continue to lean on. Keenum does one thing very well as a starting QB in the league. He doesn’t turn the ball over which gives them a chance to remain in games. I think this week will be a game where he will have to keep pace with Ben and won’t be able to do so. Steelers 31 – Broncos 20. – MattSteelers 28 - Broncos 20 - MikeSteelers 24 - Broncos 21 - TylerBroncos 21 - Steelers 17 - JonathanSteelers 23 - Broncos 17 - ScottSteelers 24 - Broncos 20 - BrandonSteelers 35 - Broncos 31 - BlakeSteelers 24 - Broncos 21 - JavierSteelers 28 - Broncos 17 - JoshBroncos 26 - Steelers 24 - Eric

SNF @ 8:20 PM/ET on NBC:Packers (4-5-1) @ Vikings (5-4-1): The Packers are a bad team. They aren’t built to win. This isn’t the NBA you can’t have one star and expect to go a long way anymore in this league. The Packers are built poorly, and they have done nothing but disappoint this season. They are 4-0-1 at home and 0-5 on the road this season. They are on the road in this one and they don’t preform on the road it’s just a flat-out fact. The Vikings disappointed me last week as I thought they were a better team than they really are this season. Their offense couldn’t find any rhythm or progress last week. The Packers defense is seen as a bad defense, but their passing defense is 5th in the NFL is 5th in the NFL. Dalvin Cook should be able to run all over the Packers and exploit their big weakness. This game in primetime should come down to the final play of the game as these two teams tied in their first meeting and we should see another close on this week. Vikings 26 – Packers 24. – MattPackers 24- Vikings 23 - MikePackers 23 - Vikings 20 - TylerPackers 31 - Vikings 24 - JonathanVikings 25 - Packers 21 - ScottPackers 30 - Vikings 27 - Brandon Vikings 35 - Packers 28 - BlakePackers 27 - Vikings 23 - JavierVikings 24 - Packers 23 - JoshPackers 31 - Vikings 30 - Eric

MNF on ESPN @ 8:15 PM/ET:Titans (5-5) @ Texans (7-3): Two weeks ago, the Titans dominated the Patriots, then last week collapsed against the Colts and were just flat out embarrassed. They lost DC Dean Pees last week who was hospitalized in the 1st quarter due to a medical issue and then lost Mariota later in the game due to an injury. Both guys are back which should help the Titans some, but big plays exploit this defense which could be an issue against Keke Coutee and DeAndre Hopkins. The Titans will need their stellar defense to show back up and limit the Texans offense to remain in this game. If the Titans don’t play great defense they will get killed because their offense can’t keep pace with the Texans. The Texans are now on a 7-game winning streak. They are the best team in their division, their roster is dripping with talent. They are mourning the loss of founder, CEO, and owner Robert McNair who passed Friday and will be playing in memory of him. I believe the emotion and talent of the Texans is just going to be too much for the Titans in Houston. Texans 24 – Titans 18. - MattTexans 24 - Titans 14 - MikeTexans 28 - Titans 17 - TylerTexans 28 - Titans 10 - JonathanTitans 27 - Texans 20 - ScottTexans 35 - Titans 17 - Brandon Texans 28 - Titans 27 - BlakeTexans 21 - Titans 16 - JavierTexans 27 - Titans 17 - Josh​Texans 27 - Titans 20 - Eric

Thanksgiving Day Football: Happy Thanksgiving to all our readers and fans. Have a great day with family and loved ones, come football time sit back and enjoy a Thanksgiving tradition, football. We have a 3-game slate today. Sit back and enjoy. Game 1: Bears (7-3) @ Lions (4-6) @ 12:30 PM/ET on CBS: Well the Bears impressed me last week, but I still do not believe they are a top team, maybe the NFC north is just flat out bad. Trubisky has a bruise on his shoulder which apparently means he can’t play this weekend. I once again will not get this injury as I know players play through worse. Anyway, Chase Daniel is going to be the starting QB this week against the Lions. The Bears defense though is legit and will be essential to carrying this team if they want to hold 1st place in this division and get a run in the playoffs. The Lions are coming off a very impressive win in which they beat Carolina. The Lions will be without Kerryon Johnson and Marvin Jones this week which could hurt them against a good Bears defense. This will be an interesting game for sure. Lions 24 – Bears 23. – MattLions 24 – Bears 23 – MikeLions 17 – Bears 14 – JavierLions 23 – Bears 20 – EricLions 21 – Bears 14 – JoshBears 24 – Lions 17 – TylerBears 21 – Lions 17 – BrandonBears 23 – Lions 16 - ScottBears 31 - Lions 24 - Blake

Game 2 @ 4:30 PM/ET on FOX:Redskins (6-4) @ Cowboys (5-5): The battle for possession of 1st place in the NFC East takes place in this one. The Redskins had a terrible and horrific injury to their starting QB, Alex Smith in which he broke his fibula and tibia. Their new starter is going to be Colt McCoy who could really throw his name into a free agent situation if he closes out the year well with the Redskins. The Skins defense needs to rally around him and help keep this team in games. This game is huge for the Redskins, if they pull off this win, they are going to be 2 games in front in this division, with some slight breathing room. The Cowboys won on a game winning field goal last week against the Falcons in a great game for this team’s defense. The Cowboys are rallying after a bad start to the season, the addition of Amari Cooper has given this team one missing piece to their offense. They are missing a reliable good tight end though which could be a huge step next season for them to rounding out a solid offense. This game should be a battle between two good defenses and mediocre offenses. Cowboys 20 – Redskins 17 – MattRedskins 21 – Cowboys 20 – MikeCowboys 19 – Redskins 10 – JavierRedskins 27 – Cowboys 20 – EricCowboys 27 – Redskins 21 – JoshCowboys 20 – Redskins 13 – TylerCowboys 17 – Redskins 14 – BrandonCowboys 20 – Redskins 17 - ScottCowboys 28 - Redskins 21 - Blake

Game 3 @ 8:20 PM/ET on NBC:Falcons (4-6) @ Saints (9-1): The final game on our Thanksgiving slate of games. The Falcons are struggling each week to find any consistency on offense as their defense did their job last week. Deion Jones will not be back this week, but he could be back next week for the Falcons defense. Matt Ryan and company need to come out ready to throw all over the Saints if they want any chance to stay in this game. The Saints are the best team in the league and honestly, it’s not really close. Their defense has improved each week and last week they looked phenomenal. If the defense can continue to play great along with the most explosive offense in the league, they will be unbeatable. The Saints are just flat out blowing the doors off everyone. Saints 46 – Falcons 31. – MattSaints 52 – Falcons 27 – MikeSaints 31 – Falcons 21 – JavierSaints 38 – Falcons 21 – EricSaints 38 – Falcons 31 – JoshSaints 40 – Falcons 23 – TylerSaints 42 – Falcons 24 – BrandonSaints 41 – Falcons 30 – ScottSaints 35 - Falcons 34 - Blake​

NFL 2018 Season Week 11: Last week was crazy and we saw some games not go the way we expected. It happens its why we love the game of football, its hard to predict. There are 6 teams on bye week this weekend as the Bills, Patriots, Browns, Dolphins, Jets, and 49ers.

​1 PM/ET:Bengals (5-4) @ Ravens (4-5): Both of these AFC North teams are falling apart as the Steelers are pulling away from the group. The Bengals are still without AJ Green, Boyd has been great all year even without Green last week. I believe the issue with the Bengals is their 32nd ranked defense never giving their offense a chance to remain in a game. They are going up against a team with the opposite story. The Ravens defense has been great, but their offense can’t do anything with consistency. Joe Flacco is officially listed as doubtful, Lamar Jackson also missed practice Thursday and Friday due to a stomach bug and might not be ready to go for Sunday’s game. The Ravens will be playing a must win with either Lamar Jackson or RGIII as their starting QB. I still do not count out the Ravens at home against the worst defense in the league. Ravens 20 – Bengals 17. – MattRavens win, 24-20 - Tyler B.Bengals 22 - Ravens 21 - MikeRavens 16 - Bengals 14 - EricBengals 20 - Ravens 17 - ScottRavens 24 - Bengals 17 - JonathanBengals 27 - Ravens 16 - JavierRavens 30 - Bengals 28 - Brandon Ravens 28 - Bengals 24 - BlakeRavens 21 - Bengals 14 - Josh

Cowboys (4-5) @ Falcons (4-5): A battle between two teams one game under .500. The Cowboys are coming off an impressive win over the Eagles and are now heading into Atlanta. The Cowboys passing game is weak, but they can hope to ride Zeke for wins as he can truly be the work horse that carries a team. The Falcons looked confused against the Browns last week and will look to rebound this week against the Cowboys. The offense needs to let fly and pass the ball better than last week if they want to remain in this game with a shot to win. This game will be close and is hard to predict, because both teams are subpar. Cowboys 27 - Falcons 23 – MattFalcons win, 17-13 - Tyler B.Cowboys 17 - Falcons 14 - MikeFalcons 20 - Cowboys 16 - EricFalcons 28 - Cowboys 23 - ScottFalcons 28 - Cowboys 13 - JonathanFalcons 28 - Cowboys 21 - JavierCowboys 28 - Falcons 24 - BrandonFalcons 31 - Cowboys 28 - BlakeFalcons 28 - Cowboys 24 - Josh

Buccaneers (3-6) @ Giants (2-7): The game between two bad teams battling for a better draft pick. The Buccaneers offense went to sleep last week as Fitz has gone back to looking like a backup QB once again. The defense for the Buccaneers is horrible and if their offense can’t produce anymore, they will finish 3-13. I am convinced Dirk Koetter will lose his job at seasons end because they are embarrassing to watch. The Giants won last week in a last-minute drive, but we have to ask why Eli is still starting at this point. Why not see what Lauletta brings this team for the future. Either way this game should be determined by the Giants defense. Giants 30– Buccaneers 26. – MattBucs win, 23-13 - Tyler B.Buccaneers 27 - Giants 24 - MikeGiants 21 - Buccaneers 19 - EricBuccaneers 29 - Giants 24 - ScottGiants 28 - Buccaneers 10 - JonathanGiants 19 - Buccaneers 16 - JavierBuccaneers 24 - Giants 21 - BrandonBuccaneers 34 - Giants 34 - BlakeBuccaneers 31 - Giants 28 - Josh

Steelers (6-2-1) @ Jaguars (3-6): The Steelers are walking away with their division while the other teams just collapse and look pitiful. The Steelers offense is just steam rolling everyone right now and their defense is really starting to step up which has been greatly affected by the pass rush. James Conner > Le’Veon Bell in my opinion especially when you add his teamwork. They will dominate this game. The Jaguars are just flat out bad. Their team has so many nice pieces, but in this era of the NFL you can’t win games without a good QB. The Jaguars QB situation is an anchor on this team’s ankle as they try to swim in the ocean. The Jaguars defense would still be a top 5 defense, but they are exhausted as their offense can’t keep them off the field. Steelers 37 – Jaguars 17. – MattSteelers win, 27-13 - Tyler B.Steelers 21 - Jaguars 20 - MikeSteelers 31 - Jaguars 10 - EricSteelers 31 - Jaguars 20 - ScottSteelers 31 - Jaguars 21 - JonathanSteelers 25 - Jaguars 17 - JavierSteelers 27 - Jaguars 20 - BrandonSteelers 31 - Jaguars 28 - BlakeJaguars 34 - Jaguars 21 - Josh

Texans (6-3) @ Redskins (6-3): This game is big for both teams. The Texans have the Titans breathing down their backs. The Texans haven’t been truly tested by a good team yet on this 6-game winning streak they are on and this game will determine if they are legit contenders. The Redskins defense really showed up last week while the offense didn’t do much. This game will be a defensive battle in the first half but should open up some in the 2nd half. I believe Watson and that receiving corps out play the Redskins and pick up a very important win. Texans 27 – Redskins 21. – MattTexans win, 23-17 - Tyler B.Texans 24 - Redskins 21 - MikeRedskins 31 - Texans 27 - EricRedskins 23 - Texans 20 - ScottTexans 28 - Redskins 17 - JonathanTexans 25 - Redskins 18 - JavierTexans 17 - Redskins 10 - BrandonTexans 24 - Redskins 21 - BlakeTexans 21 - Redskins 14 - Josh

Titans (5-4) @ Colts (4-5): The Titans just blew us all away last week with their dominant win over the Patriots. This defense is NASTY and will definitely be a threat to Andrew Luck this week as they made the Pats offense go to sleep. The Titans offense woke up after their bye week and if they keep firing like this, they are a playoff team. They still need another WR and Walker at TE back to make a super bowl run. The Colts on the other hand squeaked by the Jaguars last week and held off a late comeback attempt by the Jags. The Colts are an inconsistent team with the defensive ROY and Andrew Luck playing like stars. I love what Luck has been doing this year off his injuries, I would love to see what he can do with a better supporting cast. Anyway, I think the Titans realize a loss here could put them in a bad situation for the division and will find a way to grind out a win in this game. Titans 20 – Colts 13. – MattTitans win, 17-13 - Tyler B.Titans 24 - Colts 22 - MikeTitans 27 - Colts 13 - EricTitans 27 - Colts 23 - ScottTitans 21 - Colts 10 - JonathanColts 27 - Titans 23 - JavierColts 31 - Titans 28 - BrandonTitans 28 - Colts 21 - BlakeTitans 24 - Colts 21 - Josh

Panthers (6-3) @ Lions (3-6): The Panthers were flat out embarrassed by the Steelers last week on TNF. They will have to rebound this week and make sure they move forward. Their division already looks out of hand as the Saints are blowing out everyone, but they can still grab a wildcard spot they just need to get back into the win column. The Lions are confusing because they have the talent to be a great team but due to poor ownership, management, and coaching. The Lions and their fan base just seem to have a losing atmosphere. I am not saying Patricia isn’t right for the job, but maybe he just isn’t head coach material. The Lions just need to figure something out, I would suggest a pay cut for Stafford to get them to spend money on pieces they need more. Panthers 30 – Lions 20 – MattPanthers win, 30-20 - Tyler B.Panthers 24 - Lions 17 - MikePanthers 36 - Lions 9 - EricPanthers 26 - Lions 24 - ScottLions 28 - Panthers 21 - JonathanPanthers 26 - Lions 23 - JavierPanthers 35 - Lions 17 - BrandonPanthers 28 - Lions 17 - BlakePanthers 28 - Lions 17 - Josh

4 PM/ET Games:Broncos (3-6) @ Chargers (7-2): The Broncos are coming off a bye week, but their season is already done. Case Keenum is a decent QB, but as I have said many weeks before, he will not get the Broncos to the next level. Courtland Sutton is a beast and freakish athlete which they will continue to see grow. The Chargers are close to getting a great defensive talent in Joey Bosa back from an injury he should have returned from weeks ago. They have an MVP caliber QB and RB leading a high-octane offense with a great head coach. The Chargers are a fun team to watch and one we can easily believe in. I think we will see a close game as the Broncos pass defense will slow Rivers down, but it won’t be enough as their run defense is too poor to stop Melvin Gordon. Chargers 32 – Broncos 20. – MattChargers win, 27-17 - Tyler B.Chargers 24 - Broncos 17 - MikeChargers 28 - Broncos 14 - EricChargers 26 - Broncos 24 - ScottChargers 28 - Broncos 13 - JonathanChargers 27 - Broncos 20 - JavierChargers 21 - Broncos 17- BrandonChargers 28 - Broncos 14 - BlakeChargers 27 - Broncos 21 - Josh

Eagles (4-5) @ Saints (8-1): The Eagles gave the Cowboys their first road win of the season last week as they showed even with Golden Tate, they aren’t playoff caliber. The offense against a good defense doesn’t seem to be able to preform well enough to win. It definitely has something to do with a lack of a ground game, but I haven’t been blown away by Wentz this season. The Saints are the best team in the league and get to play this one at home. Their defense has gotten better as the season has gone on and Brees is leading the MVP race right now as he plays at a level we haven’t seen him before which is remarkable considering he is a future HOF QB already. The Saints should dominate this game and prove to us why they are still the top team in the league. Saints 36 – Eagles 24 – MattSaints win, 33-26 - Tyler B.Saints 35 - Eagles 28 - MikeSaints 45 - Eagles 24 - EricSaints 34 - Eagles 27 - ScottSaints 38 - Eagles 17 - JonathanSaints 31 - Eagles 24 - JavierSaints 40 - Eagles 21 - BrandonSaints 42 - Eagles 28 - BlakeSaints 37 - Eagles 28 - Josh

SNF 8:20 PM/ET on NBC:Vikings (5-3-1) @ Bears (6-3): The Vikings looked like the team we expected them to be before their bye week and now they are back from a bye fully rested and ready to roll to the NFC North title. Cousins will have to beat the Bears himself this week, as the Bears have a great run defense and Dalvin and LatMurray might have a tough week. I believe Diggs and Theilen will shred the Bears passing defense this weekend. The Bears are the most overrated team in the league in my eyes. They have 6 wins yes, but all 6 are against teams with losing records. They aren’t beating teams that they would have to face in the post season. Their pass rush is only effective with Khalil Mack and Trubisky is a slightly above average QB. I love the Bears run defense though and I do believe they are headed in the right direction for the future, but they aren’t there yet. Vikings 29 – Bears 20. – MattVikings win, 27-26 - Tyler B.Bears 24 - Vikings 23 - MikeBears 23 - Vikings 20 - EricVikings 27 - Bears 23 - ScottBears 24 - Vikings 13 - JonathanBears 20 - Vikings 17 - JavierBears 30 - Vikings 17 - BrandonVikings 31 - Bears 28 - BlakeVikings 21 - Bears 20 - Josh

MNF @ 8:15 PM/ET on ESPN:Chiefs (9-1) @ Rams (9-1): The game of the week and possibly the regular season. The game was moved from Mexico City to LA after a concert destroyed the field, they were expected to play on in Mexico City. The Chiefs have the best young QB in the NFL dominating defenses. They have Kareem Hunt running all over teams and Tyreek Hill is wreaking havoc on secondaries around the league. This offense is going to be a huge problem for the Rams defense that has already been exposed slightly. The Rams offense though is no joke either as we should see a high scoring affair as neither team has the defense to stop the other teams offense. The Rams have Goff who has turned into a great NFL QB, Gurley who is in MVP form once again, and Woods and Cooks at WR completing a great WR tandem. This game should be extremely fun for us all and regardless of the horrible commentating team be a great game to watch. Chiefs 41 – Rams 39. – MattRams win, 37-27 - Tyler B.Rams 38 - Chiefs 35 - MikeRams 37 - Chiefs 34 - EricRams 43 - Chiefs 37 - ScottRams 36 - Chiefs 31 - JonathanRams 36 - Chiefs 34 - JavierRams 38 - Chiefs 17 - BrandonChiefs 31 - Rams 28 - Blake​Rams 37 - Chiefs 36 - Josh

Packers @ Seahawks: Here comes a great game on TNF. The Packers are coming off a game where we finally saw a run game come to life but it was the Dolphins who have a terrible run defense. Aaron Rodgers and company will need to play this game at top level to have a shot because the Seahawks are so consistent. The Seahawks got even closer than the Packers in their game against the Rams. This game should come down to the final drive of the game. Seahawks 26 - Packers 24. - Matt KPackers 23 - Seahawks 20 - TylerSeahawks 24 - Packers 23 - Mike BPackers 27 - Seahawks 21 - JoshPackers 30 - Seahawks 22 - ScottPackers 27 - Seahawks 21 - JavierPackers 31 - Seahawks 27 - BrandonSeahawks 20 - Packers 17 - EricSeahawks 28 - Packers 24 - RyanPackers 28 - Seahawks 27 - Blake​

Week 10 of the 2018 NFL Season: The season has been fun so far. There are some incredible games this week, some might decide team’s playoff hopes. The teams we won’t see in action this week due to bye are the Ravens, Broncos, Texans, and Vikings. HERE WE GO. 1 PM/ET:Saints (7-1) @ Bengals (5-3): The Saints are the best team in the league and they are coming in here against the worst defense in the league. The Saints just impressively beat up the Rams and will come to Cincinnati to continue proving they are the best team in the league. The Bengals are coming off a bye week. Their offense is now without AJ Green, in this game they can’t lean on Mixon because the Saints shut down RB’s. They really could struggle this week, but Tyler Boyd could have a great game. Saints 38 – Bengals 23. – MattSaints win, 35-27 - Tyler BSaints 38 - Bengals 28 - JonathanSaints 28 - Bengals 13 - MikeSaints 29 - Bengals 16 - ScottBengals 23 - Saints 20 - EricSaints 35 - Bengals 28 - BrandonSaints 35 - Bengals 24 - BlakeSaints 37 - Bengals 28 - JoshSaints 30 - Bengals 21 - JavierSaints 32 - Bengals 24 - Ryan

Falcons (4-4) @ Browns (2-6-1): The Falcons started 1-3 and they are coming alive going 3-1 in their last 4. They have now added Bruce Irvin for the rest of the season to give them an added pass rush, going to play for his former DC from his Seattle days. The Falcons are a team to watch because with Calvin Ridley’s emergence and Ito Smith becoming a stud, they are serious contenders. The Browns on the other hand are struggling to find anything consistent. The offense should be flying though this weekend with the Falcons defense being beat up and their secondary getting exposed. This should be a close game between the two teams. In the end the better team with the superior QB should win this one, Falcons 31 – Browns 27. – MattFalcons win, 26-18 - Tyler B.Falcons 34 - Browns 21 - JonathanBrowns 28 - Falcons 27 - MikeFalcons 27 - Browns 20 - ScottFalcons 34 - Browns 10 - EricFalcons 27 - Browns 14 - BrandonFalcons 31 - Browns 24 - BlakeFalcons 27 - Browns 21 - JoshFalcons 24 - Browns 21 - Javier​Falcons 33 - Browns 27 - Ryan​Lions (3-5) @ Bears (5-3): The Lions are a nightmare to watch. The offense is incredibly inconsistent, and their defense just isn’t getting the job done. It is hard to believe the Lions beat the Patriots earlier this year. If the Lions want to win this game though they need to shut down the run game of the Bears and force Trubisky to beat them, if they do that, they win this one. The Bears record isn’t reflective of how average this team really is. They aren’t a stud team like so many people are saying they are as Trubisky isn’t someone who can go out and win games for a team. Their easy schedule of late continues though. Bears 26 – Lions 24. – MattBears win, 23-20 - Tyler B.Bears 24 - Lions 17 - JonathanBears 27 - Lions 24 - MikeBears 31 - Lions 20 - ScottBears 31 - Lions 21 - EricBears 30 - Lions 17 - Brandon Bears 31 - Lions 28 - BlakeBears 24 - Lions 14 - JoshLions 23 - Bears 18 - JavierBears 27 - Lions 24 - Ryan

Cardinals (2-6) @ Chiefs (7-1): The Cardinals are hopefully going to go through an entire rebuild as this team is bad. Rosen is a great young QB, DJ is a great RB, the rest of the team needs some work though. I like Fitz this year against the Chiefs defense, I also like DJ to have a great game this week. The Chiefs are in my eyes still the 2nd best team in the league as their offense doesn’t stop moving. Their defense might be a complete mess, but their offense does plenty to counter their lack of defense. Mahomes is a monster QB playing at an MVP level already and will shred the Cardinals defense. Chiefs 31 – Cardinals 20. – MattChiefs win, 34-10 - Tyler B.Chiefs 28 - Cardinals 21 - JonathanChiefs 24 - Cardinals 14 - MikeChiefs 34 - Cardinals 24 - ScottChiefs 45 - Cardinals 10 - EricChiefs 40 - Cardinals 17 - BrandonChiefs 42 - Cardinals 24 - BlakeChiefs 34 - Cardinals 13 - JoshChiefs 38 - Cardinals 10 - JavierChiefs 28 - Cardinals 11 - Ryan

Patriots (7-2) @ Titans (4-4): The Patriots just continue to steam roll ahead even with Gronk being basically useless this season for Tom. James White and Brady are carrying this offense week to week. The Patriots defense slowed down the Packers great offense last weekend and could do really well against the Titans lacking offense. The Titans defense has the best scoring defense and will need it if they want to have a shot at staying in this one. I love great defenses, the Titans have the most underrated unit in the league, but their defense is elite don’t mistake that regardless of record. The Titans offense is tied for 30th in scoring offense. Patriots 23 – Titans 16. – MattPatriots win, 24-13 - Tyler BPatriots 28 - Titans 17 - JonathanPatriots 10 - Titans 9 - MikeTitans 27 - Patriots 24 - ScottPatriots 30 - Titans 20 - EricPatriots 31 - Titans 20 - BrandonPatriots 35 - Titans 27 - BlakePatriots 26 - Titans 23 - JoshPatriots 31 - Titans 17 - JavierPatriots 35 - Titans 21 - Ryan

Redskins (5-3) @ Buccaneers (3-5): The Redskins defense is a solid unit and the addition of HaHa Clinton-Dix was a big help. I do worry about their offense because they lost two of their starting linemen for the year and Paul Richardson. The Buccaneers are a high-flying offense even with no ground game. Fitz might be better than Winston right now. He doesn’t throw the ball away with no logic behind it like we have seen Winston do time and time again. Buccaneers 28 – Redskins 27. – MattRedskins win, 27-24 - Tyler B.Redskins 28 - Buccaneers 24 - JonathanRedskins 24 - Buccaneers 21 - MikeBuccaneers 33 - Redskins 17 - ScottBuccaneers 20 - Redskins 17 - EricBuccaneers 35 - Redskins 27 - BrandonRedskins 31 - Buccaneers 24 - JoshBuccaneers 29 - Redskins 17 - JavierBuccaneers 27 - Redskins 17 - Ryan

Jaguars (3-5) @ Colts (3-5): Well two struggling teams with opposite stories. The Jaguars have reliable running backs and a stellar defense that have been exhausted by their offense not possessing the ball. They are coming off a bye, so I expect their defense to be rested and better this week, but Bortles just isn’t an NFL starting quality QB which could cost them. The Colts have had a nice surprise at RB and Luck is getting better each week since returning from his injury. The Colts defense has gotten slightly better each week, but they still aren't reliable. This game will be an interesting divisional matchup between two teams that need to win this weekend to even have hope at a divisional spot. Jaguars 24 – Colts 20. – MattColts win, 16-13 - Tyler B.Colts 21 - Jaguars 13 - JonathanJaguars 24 - Colts 21 - MikeColts 16 - Jaguars 13 - TylerJaguars 22 - Colts 21 - ScottJaguars 24 - Colts 21 - BrandonJaguars 28 - Colts 27 - BlakeColts 24 - Jaguars 21 - JoshColts 28 - Jaguars 21 - JavierColts 24 - Jaguars 21 - Ryan

4 PM/ET Games:Chargers (6-2) @ Raiders (1-7): The Chargers are so freaking good. If Joey Bosa would just man, the hell up and come play for his team instead of taking as long as possible. The Chargers have a ROY patrolling the field, Derwin James, who has become a top safety in the league. Rivers continued looking like an MVP last week with their road win in Seattle. The Raiders are the worst team in the league. They are probably worse than all 25 ranked college teams in division 1 with all honesty. They are going to get murdered this weekend. Chargers 38 – Raiders 17. – MattChargers win, 28-17 - Tyler B.Chargers 28 - Raiders 7 - JonathanChargers 24 - Raiders 17 - MikeChargers 28 - Raiders 17 - TylerChargers 30 - Raiders 13 - ScottChargers 41 - Raiders 15 - EricChargers 28 - Raiders 20 - BrandonChargers 35 - Raiders 34 - BlakeChargers 31 - Raiders 14 - JoshChargers 35 - Raiders 17 - JavierChargers 24 - Raiders 9 - Ryan

Seahawks (4-4) @ LA Rams (8-1): The Seahawks are only .500 but they are a better team than a .500 record shows. I think this game is intriguing and shouldn’t be looked at as all Rams. The Rams are coming off a loss on the road against the Saints which is their first loss of the season. I am curious to see how they answer that loss. The youngest head coach vs the oldest head coach in the league. The best RB in the league, Todd Gurley, vs. the Seahawks who run the ball more than any team in the league. The Rams are a 10-point favorite if you are a person who likes to bet, I would bet against the spread as I believe this game will be much closer. Rams 26 – Seahawks 24. – Matt​Rams win, 27-20 - Tyler B.Rams 28 - Seahawks 17 - JonathanRams 21 - Seahawks 20 - MikeRams 30 - Seahawks 21 - ScottRams 31 - Seahawks 24 - EricRams 31 - Seahawks 21 - BrandonRams 35 - Seahawks 32 - BlakeRams 31 - Seahawks 23 - JoshRams 29 - Seahawks 27 - JavierRams 35 - Seahawks 21 - Ryan

Dolphins (5-4) @ Packers (3-4-1): The Dolphins are the worst team with a winning record in the league. They actually look better with Osweiller IMO than they did with Tannehill. We will see if they stick with Osweiller moving forward after this week. The Packers are an incomplete team with a head coach who needs to go as his time is up in Green Bay. They don’t have good enough pieces around Rodgers to compete with teams like the Patriots, Rams, Chiefs, Saints, Chargers, and Steelers. They are better than the Dolphins IMO though and should come out with a win and be able to stay in striking range of the division. Packers 30 – Dolphins 24 – MattPackers win, 24-23 - Tyler B.Packers 28 - Dolphins 13 - JonathanPackers 17 - Dolphins 10 - MikePackers 31 - Dolphins 17 - ScottPackers 35 - Dolphins 21 - EricPackers 35 - Dolphins 14 - BrandonPackers 28 - Dolphins 27 - BlakePackers 27 - Dolphins 17 - JoshPackers 31 - Dolphins 16 - JavierPackers 30 - Dolphins 18 - Ryan

SNF (8:20 PM/ET) on NBC:Cowboys (3-5) @ Eagles (4-4): The Cowboys are just flat out bad. They are one dimensional, the run game is the only good part of their offense. The defense has been great, but they can’t carry a team without a passing game. The Eagles on the other hand are coming to life and are also coming off a bye week, they really needed the rest. They are coming for the division lead as the Skins slipped last week and opened the door. This game should be pretty one sided because Dak isn’t the answer for Dallas and Jason Garrett might be the worst head coach in the league. Eagles 27 – Cowboys 17. – MattEagles win, 27-16 - Tyler B.Eagles 21 - Cowboys 7 - JonathanEagles 28 - Cowboys 21 - MikeEagles 27 - Cowboys 23 - ScottEagles 27 - Cowboys 14 - EricEagles 40 - Cowboys 12 - BrandonEagles 34 - Cowboys 31 - BlakeEagles 28 - Cowboys 21- JoshEagles 34 - Cowboys 16 - JavierCowboys 21 - Eagles 20 - Ryan

MNF (8:15 PM/ET) on ESPN:Giants (1-7) @ 49ers (2-7): The Giants are in contention with the Raiders for the worst team in the league. Eli has been horrible this year, Barkley has been a great pass catching back but they haven’t gotten him running the ball well yet. The defense has been good, nothing great but reliable. The 49ers are realizing they weren’t as close to a super bowl as they hoped because it has shown without their starting QB they are bad. They need to build more pieces around him. Nick Mullens is honestly the better of the 2 QB’s in this weekends matchup and might be the better of the options behind Garrapolo. 49ers 27 – Giants 20. – Matt 49ers win, 30-13 - Tyler B.49ers 28 - Giants 17 - Jonathan49ers 28 - Giants 14 - Mike49ers 26 - Giants 20 - Scott49ers 27 - Giants 7 - Eric49ers 24 - Giants 14 - BrandonGiants 24 - 49ers 21 - Blake49ers 21 - Giants 13 - Josh49ers 24 - Giants 20 - Javier​Giants 21 - 49ers 17 - Ryan

TNF Week 10 on NFL Network @ 8:20 PM/ET:Panthers (6-2) @ Steelers (5-2-1): The Panthers held off Tampa last week in a crucial game in which helped them continue to keep pace with the Saints in the divisional race. Cam and McCaffery have been playing at a top level, one good enough to carry this team into a deep playoff run. The Panthers need to hook up with DJ Moore more often and if the do this offense could take off because he is a play maker. Now the Steelers on the other hand might be with their better of their two running backs for the last time as Le’Veon is probably returning next week. The Steelers got an important win in Baltimore last week as they basically eliminated their hated rivals from any hopes of a playoff run. The Steelers are a contender after all but this game will be a true test. I have the Steelers winning this one though. Steelers 23 – Panthers 21. – Matt Panthers 27 – Steelers 24 – JavierPanthers 24 – Steelers 21 – JoshPanthers 28 - Steelers 21 - JonathanPanthers 24 - Steelers 21 - MikeSteelers 27 - Panthers 24 - ScottSteelers 31 - Panthers 21 - EricPanthers 35 - Steelers 30 - BrandonSteelers 35 - Panthers 34 - Blake​Panthers 31 - Steelers 30 - Ryan​

Week 9 2018 Season: There are no more London games as week 8 has wrapped up the final one. We have some phenomenal games this weekend. The trade deadline has passed which we saw fortify some teams. The Eagles gained Golden Tate, the Texans gained Demarius Thomas, and the Redskins gained Ha-Ha Clinton-Dix. Here come the important week 9 predictions. The teams on bye are the Cardinals, Bengals, Colts, Jaguars, Giants, and Eagles.

​1 PM/ET:Bears (4-3) @ Bills (2-6): The Bears aren’t that great, 3rd best in the division. The Bills are without Derek Anderson and Nathan Peterman is playing QB this weekend. The Bills are already picking up the loss with him at QB entering this weekend. The Bears are going to be wary of the Bills strong defense though as it could cause Trubisky some struggles. Bears 29 – Bills 6. - Matt

Buccaneers (3-4) @ Panthers (5-2): Ryan Fitzpatrick will be the starting QB for the Bucs once again. This time isn’t due to a suspension, Jameis messed up last week and lost the starting job. The Bucs need to find a way to get their pass game going if they want to win this game. The Panthers stunned me last week at home by dominating the Ravens in a game I thought their offensive line wouldn’t be able to handle. The Panthers are surprising me this season more and more and DJ Moore has shown the talent I knew he had way before he was drafted. They have something special here. Panthers 27 – Buccaneers 23. – Matt

Chiefs (7-1) @ Browns (2-5-1): The Chiefs are the best AFC team I truly believe that 100%. Their defense isn’t by any means good, but they have shown some signs of improvement over the past week or so. Patrick Mahomes is a super stud and should be expected to torch the Browns defense. The Browns have fired their head coach Hue Jackson. Greg Williams their DC will now be the head coach for now. People think the Browns have a bunch of pieces, but they have a starting QB who isn’t ready to be the starter yet at the NFL level. They are a 4-11-1 team this season honestly. Chiefs 37 – Browns 24. – Matt

Jets (3-5) @ Dolphins (4-4): This game is a hard one to predict. The Jets are a team with growing pains, but for the most part are competitive even in losses. Darnold has the arm to win games, but he needs a better supporting cast than the one he was provided. The Dolphins need to honestly ask which QB is better for them, Tannehill or Osweiler? Their defense is decent but exhausted as the team’s offense has been too inconsistent. They are dead in the water at this point in the division race as they have let the Patriots basically feel safe from any danger from division opponents. The Dolphins now will be playing for a long shot at the wild card. Jets 23 – Dolphins 19. – Matt

Steelers (4-2-1) @ Ravens (4-4): The Steelers are honestly better off without Le’Veon so it seems as James Conner is the monster, we said he would be 2 years ago. The Steelers lost to the Ravens already this year in Pittsburgh and if they lose this one, they let Baltimore right back into this division race. If they win this game, they might knock the Ravens out of the division race already as it would make the Ravens 1-3 in division. The Ravens under Harbaugh, over the past 3 years have been very inconsistent and play way worse on the road than they have at home. I believe it is time for Harbaugh to move on as his time in Baltimore seems to be coming to an end. The Ravens have a great defense, but the offense has just been far too inconsistent. Ravens at home though make this one better. Ravens 24 – Steelers 18. – Matt

Lions (3-4) @ Vikings (4-3-1): The Lions were just smoked at home in all aspects of the game against the Seahawks last week. They are an even worse team on the road which doesn’t really leave them much to look forward to as they head to Minneapolis this week to take on the best team in their division. Detroit is also now without Golden Tate who was clearly their best WR and will hurt their offensive production even more. The Vikings on the other hand are coming off a loss to the Saints who I believe are the 2nd best team in the NFL. The Vikes are a good team with the capability of a deep playoff run later this year. They need to open up the Lions defense with their pass game and then let LatMurray run loose on them late once they get a big lead. Vikings 30 – Lions 17. - Matt

Falcons (3-4) @ Redskins (5-2): The Falcons are coming off a bye week. That won’t change the fact that their defense is beat up and terrible. The offense is a great one even without Devonta Freeman. I am glad Calvin Ridley is going to be healthy after the bye because he is a lot of fun to watch. The Skins are much better than I thought before the year. The Skins already sneaky and stellar defense gained HaHa Clinton-Dix which can only make them even more incredible. Alex Smith is a great player and Chris Thompson has been a great help to their offense. Redskins 26 – Falcons 24. – Matt

4 PM/ET Games:Texans (5-3) @ Broncos (3-5): The Texans are quickly becoming one of the best teams in the league. Now they have added even more firepower to this team by getting DT in a trade from the team they actually play this week. They have won 5 in a row and look incredible right now. The defense is really starting to become an extremely reliable unit with JJ Watt really stepping up and making an impact on almost every play even without wrapping up the QB. The Broncos offense lost a major piece, but Courtland Sutton is a very talented rookie that they can trust. I believe Case Keenum is not going to get them to the next level. He is a game manager, but not a game winning QB. Texans 31 – Broncos 27. – Matt

Chargers (5-2) @ Seahawks (4-3): The Chargers are a great NFL team with Bosa returning soon they can only get better. Rivers is playing silently at an MVP level and getting no respect as such. Melvin Gordon also playing at an MVP level make this offense lethal, and good enough to carry them to the next level. The Seahawks started slow and has us all doubting them, but just like Pete Carroll fashion here they come. The Seahawks lead the league in rushing attempts and their ground game with their trio is working well. I am excited for this game as it should be one heck of a game. Chargers 26 – Seahawks 24. – Matt

Rams (8-0) @ Saints (6-1): The Rams got lucky last week in a game where they were a large favorite. I honestly do not believe they are the best team in the league and this game will be interesting for sure. Gurley might be the best running back in the league and Goff might be dominating but their defense can be beat. The Saints are in my eyes the better team in this game. Brees is playing at Drew Brees level and their running backs are elite. The pass rush that the Saints defense has been starting to get is really making their defense better than it used to be. I 100% believe in the Saints. Saints 34 – Rams 32. – Matt

SNF (8:20 PM/ET) on NBC:Packers (3-3-1) @ Patriots (6-2): The Packers are coming off a tough loss to the Rams in which I truly believe if Ty Montgomery didn’t fumble that kick return the Packers would have handed the Rams their first loss. The Packers I will be making a special note on this coming week with my power rankings that are returning this week. The Patriots are one of the best teams in the entire league. I believe James White has been their best player this year on their roster. I know Brady is having a great year but White has helped them dominate so many games. This will be the best game of the week and Brady and Rodgers will be slinging it out between two of the best to ever do it. The home team wins this one because they are at home. Patriots 30 – Packers 28. – Matt

MNF @ 8:15 PM/ET on ESPN:Titans (3-4) @ Cowboys (3-4): Both teams are coming off a bye week. The Titans have been skidding bad since their hot start and their lack of an offense is a large part of that. I believe this game will be a defensive battle and the Titans defense is good enough to handle a defensive battle for 60 minutes. The Cowboys since we have last seen them have added Amari Cooper which isn’t as great as some people are making it seem to be but they did gain a nice weapon nonetheless. The Cowboys have a great defense and we all know what their run game can do. We just need to see if Amari Cooper can help elevate their terrible passing offense. Cowboys 20 – Titans 16. - Matt

Week 8 2018 NFL Season: This week we will see the Falcons, Chargers, Cowboys, and Titans on bye week. The Rams are putting their unbeaten record on the line this week against the Packers. There will be a London game between the Jaguars and Eagles. 9:30 AM/ET: Eagles (3-4) @ Jaguars (3-4) in London on NFL Network:The Eagles blew a 17-point lead last week to the Panthers. I am honestly not convinced that the Eagles really are as good as I previously thought. They should have walked away with the win last week easily after the start they had. The Jaguars are coming in limping and look absolutely horrible. They stuck with Bortles entering this season which has proven to be a mistake. This system needs a better QB with the subpar WR’s they have especially. This game is a battle between both teams who really need this win. 4 Jags were arrested the night before the game. So my pick changes at 10:26 PM on 10/27 Eagles 27 - Jaguars 17 . – Matt KJaguars 24 – Eagles 21 – MikeEagles 23 – Jaguars 14 – ScottEagles 27 – Jaguars 19 – Javier Eagles 17 – Jaguars 9 – Josh Eagles 20 – Jaguars 13 – EricJaguars win, 23-20. - Tyler B.

1 PM/ET:Ravens (4-3) @ Panthers (4-2): The Ravens lost last week a heart breaker against the Saints. The Ravens are a great team who were just barely out played last week and Tucker missing his first ever PAT after 222 attempts costing them a shot at it in OT. The Panthers stormed back last week against the Eagles and won after being down 17. This Panthers team might not have a great defense, but their offense is extremely dangerous. This game should be good, but I believe the Ravens pass rush and pass stopping offense will stop Cam and their offense. Ravens 20 – Panthers 13. – MattPanthers 23 – Ravens 20 – MikePanthers 23 – Ravens 17 – ScottPanthers 18 – Ravens 16 – Javier Ravens 23 – Panthers 21 – Josh Panthers 27 – Ravens 20 – EricRavens win, 26-17. - Tyler B.

Jets (3-4) @ Bears (3-3): The Jets are coming in off a tough week against the Vikings and now face the Bears on the road. It is supposed to be a cold, rainy, windy day in Chicago. This game could become a battle of the defenses. Trubisky isn’t good at these clutch moments the Bears have been needing him in late in games. This game could come down to that exact situation if they don’t pull away early. I think the Bears pass rush will change this game early and make it too much for the Jets to overcome. Bears 28 – Jets 20 – Matt KBears 24 – Jets 23 – MikeBears 30 – Jets 20 – ScottBears 27 – Jets 16 – JavierBears 27 – Jets 14 – JoshBears 30 – Jets 23 – EricBears win, 30-17. - Tyler B.

Seahawks (3-3) @ Lions (3-3): The Seahawks are at the part of the season where under Pete Carroll they normally start to explode offensively and start dominating teams. I expect to see Russell Wilson start doing what he does best and putting up really good numbers. The Lions will need Kerryon Johnson to continue being the focal point of their offense to open up the passing game for Stafford. This game will be a close game from start to finish. Seahawks 23 – Lions 20. – Matt K Seahawks 24 – Lions 14 – MikeLions 22 – Seahawks 21 – ScottLions 21 – Seahawks 19 – JavierLions 21 – Seahawks 17 – Josh Lions 37 – Seahawks 27 – EricSeahawks win, 23-21. - Tyler B.

Broncos (3-4) @ Chiefs (6-1): The Broncos are simply put out matched in almost all elements of this game. The only thing Denver has over the Chiefs is a pass defense because the Chiefs pass defense is obsolete. I am excited for this game because we once again get to see Kareem Hunt, Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, and of course Patrick Mahomes, there isn’t a more exciting crew to see on offense. Chiefs win this game simply because their offense is far superior to the Broncos offense. Chiefs 37 – Broncos 26. – Matt KChiefs 28 – Broncos 23 – MikeChiefs 33 – Broncos 20 – ScottChiefs 35 – Broncos 26 – Javier Chiefs 34 – Broncos 27 – Josh Chiefs 42 – Broncos 14 – EricChiefs win, 35-10. - Tyler B.

Redskins (4-2) @ Giants (1-6): This is obviously not going to be a good game for the Giants. The Redskins are a fairly inconsistent team, but they are far superior to the Giants. The Giants are cleaning house while the Redskins are getting close to a playoff run caliber roster. The Giants have to face that Kyle Lauletta should be their starter at this point and that Odell is a diva that you can’t really build a franchise around. They are lucky to have Saquon though as that kid is a super star and is humbler than any player I have seen with his level of fame in NYC. Love that kid, glad I did more research on him. Alex Smith though will shine this weekend and get the job done for the Redskins. Redskins 18 – Giants 13. – Matt KRedskins 35 – Giants 27 – MikeGiants 20 – Redskins 17 – Scott Redskins 21 – Giants 9 – JavierRedskins 24 – Giants 17 – Josh Redskins 24 – Giants 16 – EricRedskins win, 24-13. - Tyler B.

Browns (2-4-1) @ Steelers (3-2-1): The Browns continue to act like Baker is putting them in winning situations. They are ignoring their defense and run game’s positive affects and giving Baker better field position. I think that Baker has the talent to be special and shows moments of that already blossoming, but he should still be learning from Tyrod. The Steelers are coming off a bye week without Le’Veon and I believe they are perfectly okay without him. James Conner is poised to have a big game this weekend. TJ Watt is going to feast on the Browns offense and the Steelers pass rush will be a difference maker in this game. Steelers at home are a no doubt choice in this one. Steelers 31 – Browns 20. – Matt KSteelers 21 – Browns 20 – MikeSteelers 31 – Browns 27 – Scott Steelers 27 – Browns 24 – Javier Steelers 27 – Browns 20 – Josh Steelers 24 – Browns 10 – EricSteelers win, 27-13. - Tyler B.

4 :05/25 PM/ET:Colts (2-5) @ Raiders (1-5): This game is going to be boring and have no real importance to the season. The Colts looked decent last week, and I loved what we saw in their offense. The Raiders are obviously cleaning house. They have already shipped Amari Cooper for a 1st round pick and now they are looking to move Gareon Conley and Karl Joseph. They could also be moving Derek Carr which I actually believe could be a great idea if they move him for a 1st or 2nd round pick. This game should be all Colts when it comes down to it. Colts 27 – Raiders 10 – Matt KColts 21 – Raiders 20 – MikeColts 30 – Raiders 22 – ScottColts 31 – Raiders 10 – JavierColts 21 – Raiders 10 – Josh Colts 17 – Raiders 10 – EricRaiders win, 30-24. - Tyler B.

49ers (1-6) @ Cardinals (1-6): The 49ers do battle even with a banged-up roster and no Jimmy G they keep battling week in and week out. The Cardinals on the other hand are just in a growing phase with a rookie QB and a rookie HC. They have replaced their OC this week and Byron Leftwich is now their OC. It will be interesting to see as I have my doubts, but he has the knowledge of the game to make him successful, so we will see. 49ers 26 – Cardinals 24 – Matt K Cardinals 27 – 49ers 24 – Mike49ers 24 – Cardinals 19 – Scott49ers 26 – Cardinals 17 – JavierCardinals 17 – 49ers 14 – Josh Cardinals 9 – 49ers 6 – Eric49ers win, 13-10. - Tyler B.

Packers (3-2-1) @ Rams (7-0): This game will be the first time two Cal Berkley QB’s will be battling against each other since 1983. The Packers coming off a bye week with Cobb and Allison returning could be huge. They are a 9.5-point underdog which is the biggest margin in Aaron Rodgers career. I believe that the Packers are being given no credit at all by the margin makers as 9.5 points is absolutely insane with Aaron Rodgers at the helm of any team. The Rams are the most dynamic team in the NFL, but their pass defense is faulty at times which I believe is their real test. The Rams offense is one of the best in the league, but without Kupp I believe they are missing a dangerous weapon in the passing game. This game will come down to the final drive and I am taking the underdog! Packers 38 – Rams 34. – Matt KRams 27 – Packers 26 – MikePackers 34 – Rams 33 – ScottRams 30 – Packers 17 – JavierPackers 34 – Rams 28 – Josh Packers 27 – Rams 24 – EricRams win, 33-30. - Tyler B.

SNF on NBC @ 8:20 PM/ET:Saints (5-1) @ Vikings (4-2-1): This is the game of the week as the Vikings have turned the slow start around and this should be a great battle. The Vikings offense even without Dalvin has some life meanwhile my one criticism of Kirk continues as he continues to fumble each week. The Saints pulled off a tight win over the Ravens in Baltimore last week and are now headed to Minnesota for a rematch of the NFC Divisional game that will live in infamy. The Saints offense is a really good unit and their defense is actually better than the numbers initially showed. I like the Saints in this game. Saints 30 – Vikings 27. – Matt KVikings 28 – Saints 27 – MikeSaints 27 – Vikings 24 – ScottSaints 31 – Vikings 27 – JavierVikings 28 – Saints 24 – Josh Saints 35 – Vikings 28 – EricSaints win, 26-20. - Tyler B.

MNF on ESPN @ 8:15 PM/ET:Patriots (5-2) @ Bills (2-5): If you can withstand the worst commentary team in the world to watch this one you should because Tom Brady is always enjoyable. The Bills with Derek Anderson are a bad team but if Peterman was their QB they would be horrendously atrocious. The Patriots are going to be without Michel but James White does the job week in and week out that Brady needs and they will be fine. Patriots will easily roll over the Bills. Patriots 32 – Bills 13. – Matt KPatriots 35 – Bills 14 – MikePatriots 33 – Bills 16 – ScottPatriots 34 – Bills 14 – JavierPatriots 38 – Bills 13 – Josh Patriots 41 – Bills 24 – EricPatriots win, 27-13. - Tyler B.